Occupational Therapist; Rotational

Job Summary

Band 5 Occupational Therapist (Rotational) – We are looking for motivated and passionate Occupational Therapists to join rotations at Royal Berkshire Hospital. The rotational post is suitable for new graduates (soon to be HCPC registered) as well as more experienced band 5s. It provides an excellent opportunity to broaden knowledge in specialties such as Stroke, Medicine, Elderly Care, Surgery & Orthopaedics, Neuro rehabilitation, and Acute Medical Unit.

• Deliver patient‑centred occupational therapy for Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust (RBFT).
• Be professionally responsible for all aspects of own work, including therapeutic management of patients in your care.
• Provide support and advice to the multidisciplinary team and manage own caseload as an autonomous practitioner.
• Deliver a high‑quality, effective and efficient therapy service.
• Contribute to service development as a member of the Therapy Department team.
• Deputise for the Band 6 Specialist Occupational Therapist as required.

Support package includes use of a band 5 passport covering key skills and learning opportunities, workshops, training sessions, and an OT specific practice educator on site. A strong band 5 support group, buddy system and regular in‑service sessions are also provided.

Compassionate, Aspiring, Resourceful, Excellent – reflect the type of Trust we aspire to be.

The CQC rated the care provided by the Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust as Good.

• Degree (or recognised qualification) in Occupational Therapy.
• HCPC registered.
• IT skills, including email.

• BSc OT.
• Member of BAOT.
• Training & presentation skills.

• Experience working in a healthcare setting.
• Experience of 3 or more different areas of Occupational Therapy practice (including practice placements).

• Experience working in an acute general hospital.
• Experience working in NHS healthcare setting.

• Date posted: 29 December 2025
• Pay scheme:
  Agenda for change
• Band:
  Band 5
• Salary: £31,049 to £37,796 per annum
• Contract:
  
  Permanent
• Working pattern:
  Full‑time
• Reference number: NCG
• Job location:
  
  Royal Berkshire Hospital, Craven Road, Reading, RG1 5AN

• Employer name:
  Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust
• Address:
  Royal Berkshire Hospital, Craven Road, Reading, RG1 5AN
• Website:

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a Disclosure and Barring Service check for any previous convictions.

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information see the NHS Careers website.